The US Department of Justice invites applications for up to two Summer 2027 legal internships involving federal intellectual property litigation. The internships are based onsite in Washington, DC, and require a minimum commitment of ten weeks.
About the US Department of Justice
The US Department of Justice is a federal executive department responsible for enforcing federal law and representing the United States in legal matters. Its work includes litigation involving intellectual property.
About the Internship
Selected interns will support federal intellectual property litigation through legal research, writing and assistance with discovery and trial preparation.
The opportunity is offered for Summer 2027.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be US citizens.
- Be enrolled at least half-time in an accredited US law school.
- Be current first-year or second-year law students who meet the announcement’s requirements.
First-year law students may apply only from December 1, 2026.
Roles and Responsibilities
Interns will assist with:
- Federal intellectual property litigation.
- Legal research and preparation of memoranda.
- Discovery-related work.
- Trial preparation and support.
Number of Positions
There are up to two internship positions.
Duration and Work Mode
The internship requires a minimum commitment of ten weeks, with at least 40 working hours per week.
The position is onsite in Washington, DC. No remote option is available.
Stipend
The internship is unpaid.
How to Apply?
Interested and eligible candidates must email a single PDF containing:
- Cover letter.
- Résumé.
- Academic transcript.
- Writing sample.
Send the application to civil.ip@usdoj.gov.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is February 15, 2027.
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